DHO Infection Control 50

Which one is not a link in the chain of infection?

• Causative Agent and Portal of Entry

• Portal of Exit and Resevoir

• Microscopic Cause and Infectious material

• Susceptible Host and mode of transmission

A pathogen that does not respond to antibiotic

• Strep
• Staph
• Influenza
• E. coli

HIV, HBV, HCV, and chicken pox are examples of what?

• Viruses

• Bacteria

• Fungus

• Parasites

What is the definition of "disinfection"?

• Using a baby wipe to clean tables
• Using a germicide to clean objects that cannot be sterilized
• Using water, soap, and a brush
• Autoclaving

When should hand hygiene be done (either by soap and water OR hand sanitizer)?

• After going to the restroom
• Before and after giving care to patient
• After hand contamination
• All of the above

What vaccine is the place of employment responsible for providing for high risk employees-the employees who may come into contact blood or body fluids?

• HIV Vaccine

• Hepatitis B Vaccine series

• Chicken Pox vaccine series

• MMR

An example of an antiseptic would be _______________.

• bleach

• rubbing alcohol

• hand lotion

• water

The absence of disease-producing microorganisms is known as ____________________.

• asepsis
• antisepsis
• antifungal
• antibacterial

Fingertips should be pointed upward while washing hands.

• True
• False

What process destroys pathogenic organisms but is not always effective against spores and viruses?

• sterilization
• disinfection
• antisepsis
• contamination